Hi
I had surgery nearly 2 weeks ago. From day 5 I've had this red rash with spots that are raised and oozing. I had quite severe itch from day 2. Was given antibiotics at my request on day 5 which was for 5 days and has been completed but the oozing rash and itch is still ongoing. The BCN and a doctor thought it might be a reaction to the different dressing I was given on day 5.
I'm not sure as a I felt the itch internally from day 2. My whole breast looks really bad , very red and clearly something going on.
I'm not on any medication yet and haven't had results of the op yet..
Just wondering is this normal.
Thank you for your time
Hi, sorry to hear you are having problems. I did have a reaction to some of the pressure dressings, including watery blisters, but I would advise getting back in touch with your BCN. I had a wound that took a long time to heal and the BC nurses were excellent in helping to get it sorted. Best of luck with everything.
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